Obituaries
Terry Tolson
Aug 14, 2025
Our loss was Heaven's gain on August 14, 2025, when our dear, sweet Terry Tolson left us. Born in Rock Hill, South Carolina, on October 18, 1942, Terry grew into the kind of woman who could fill a room with warmth, and make you feel like the most loved person in the world. She had so many gifts, including the...
Wanda F. Persinger
Aug 13, 2025
Wanda Persinger, 76, of Kingsport, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 13, 2025.
Wanda was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Ronald Persinger; her parents, Clarence and Roxie Bradshaw; and her five sisters and six brothers.
Wanda is survived by her daughter, Teresa Ward; grandson, Aaron Peters and wife Kelly; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Terry Edward Cornett
Aug 13, 2025
Terry Edward Cornett of Blountville, passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at Bristol Regional Medical Center. A graveside service will be held at 1pm on Monday, August 18, 2025 at Hamlett-Dobson Memorial Park, Blountville, with Bro. Sam Haynes officiating.
Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Homes is honored to serve the family of Terry Edward Cornett.
Jack L. Christian
Aug 13, 2025
Jack L. Christian, 86, of Kingsport, went to be with the Lord, Wednesday, August 13, 2025, following a period of declining health. Jack was born in Hawkins County and lived in Kingsport for most of his life. He was an employee of Meade/Domtar retiring in 2009. Jack attended Glenwood Baptist Church, which he greatly enjoyed.
He was preceded in death by...
Emogene Barrett Light
Aug 12, 2025
Emogene Barrett Light, 82, Kingsport, passed away Tuesday, August 12, 2025. She was born on July 17, 1943 in Kingsport and was a lifelong resident of Sullivan Gardens Community and a 1961 graduate of Sullivan High School. She retired in 2003 after forty-one years of faithful service at J.P. Stevens where she worked as a weaver. She enjoyed art, especially...
Karen Marie Goforth
Aug 9, 2025
Karen Marie Goforth, age 54, of Blountville, passed away on August 9, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her father, Ronnie Thompson, and her brother, Jesse Thompson.
Karen is survived by her loving husband of 26 years, Travis Goforth; her children, Jenna Thompson, Jeremy Thompson, and Justin Goforth; her cherished grandchildren, Eden Phillips, Zane Thompson, Rosalee Krusiewig, and Everlee Krusiewig; and...
Kenneth Paul Trzil
Aug 8, 2025
Kenneth Paul Trzil, 67, born in Pittsburgh, PA and resided in Jonesborough, TN met his Savior on August 8th after a fierce battle with melanoma.
He was surrounded by his loving wife of 32 years, Sheri, and his two sons, Zachary and Jonathan.
Ken was a devoted husband, a loving father, and was blessed with two grandchildren who brought him immeasurable joy....
Mary Neil Bussell
Aug 7, 2025
Mary Neil Bussell, 93, of Kingsport, died early Thursday morning, August 7, 2025, at her home. She was born on December 3, 1931, to the late Neal Joseph and Eva Haynes Bussell. Mary Neil graduated from Dobyns-Bennett High School, Hiwassee Junior College and East Tennessee State University. She was employed by Scott County School Board and retired from Yuma Elementary...
Janet Hope Guy
Aug 7, 2025
Janet Hope Guy, 72, Blountville, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 7, 2025. Born in Peoria, Illinois, she had resided most of her life in Kingsport. Hope was a graduate of Dobyns-Bennett High School and had retired from Eastman Chemical Company. She was a member of the Body and Soul Ministries, having helped many children in Belize....
Hagan Richard Bowen
Aug 4, 2025
Hagan Richard Bowen, 79, of Kingsport, passed away Monday, August 4, 2025. Born and raised in Scott County, VA, he moved to Kingsport in 1972 after meeting the love of life while working at the press, marrying and living the remainder of their lives here. He worked at Kingsport City Press, later retiring from Hawkins County Press after 42.5 years...
Nancy Kate McDaniel Davis
Aug 3, 2025
Nancy Kate McDaniel Davis, 83, Kingsport, went to be with The Lord on Sunday, August 3rd, 2025, with her husband by her side. Nancy was born in Madison County, TN to the late Griff Thomas and Mary Sue Barnett McDaniel; she was the eldest child between herself and her sister, Tommye Sue. Nancy completed her first two years of college...
Hobert Lockeys "Keys" Townsend
Aug 3, 2025
Hobert Lockeys “Keys” Townsend passed away in the hands of his Lord and Savior on Sunday, August 3rd, 2025. Born on February 8th, 1937, in Banner Elk, NC, Keys lived a life of dedication to his God, his country and his family.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Jolene Hubbard Townsend; three brothers, Joe, Gaither, and Jacob Townsend; sister,...
Glen Robinette Tyler, Sr.
Aug 2, 2025
Glen Robinette Tyler, Sr. age 94, was born in Fairview, Virginia on December 26, 1930, and passed away on Saturday, August 2, 2025 at his residence in Kingsport. He served in the Army from 1951 to 1953. Glen worked at the Kingsport Press, Hackney Furniture of Gate City, VA and a campground in Myrtle Beach. He loved fishing, woodworking and...
David Daniel Barrett
Aug 1, 2025
David Daniel Barrett, 83, of Kingsport, went to be with the Lord on Friday, August 1, 2025 after a brief illness. David was born on March 4, 1942 to Ray and Cecile (Simpson) Barrett. He was loved by his family and friends; he never met a stranger. He passed on his love of hunting, fishing, outdoors and his love for...
Charles "Gibo" Gibson
Jul 31, 2025
Charles A. “Gibo” Gibson, 88, of Colonial Heights, TN passed away on Thursday, July 31, 2025. Born on October 26, 1936 in Johnson City, TN, Charles was the beloved husband of Linda; devoted father to Drew and Casey (Yasmin); and fun-loving “Poppy” to grandsons Shawn and Jacob. After graduating from McCallie School, Charles went on to earn a Bachelor’s Degree...
Fred C. Wampler
Jul 31, 2025
Fred C. Wampler, age 84, of Kingsport, passed away on Thursday, July 31, 2025. Fred was born and raised in Scott County, Virginia. He graduated from Gate City High School in 1959 and from Virginia Tech in 1964, with a degree in chemical engineering. While at Virginia Tech, Fred co-oped with Eastman Chemical Company in Kingsport. Upon graduation, he began...
Robert E. "Bob" Moorehouse II
Jul 30, 2025
Robert E. “Bob” Moorehouse II, 75 of Kingsport, passed away peacefully in his home on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. He reunited with the love of his life, Marsha Kay Whitlock Moorehouse, who passed in November. They were married for 51 years.
Friends, family, and former students are invited to come join us to remember Bob this Friday, August 22, at 6...
Annalene Buckingham Maupin
Jul 29, 2025
Annalene Buckingham Maupin, of Gray, Tennessee, went to be with her lord and savior and reunited with many dear & precious loved ones on July 29th, 2025 at the age of 95.
Annalene was born in Sullivan County, Tennessee on November 15th, 1929. She was raised in Washington County, Tennessee, where she graduated from Boones Creek High School. She spent most...
Louise Wheatley Teague
Jul 27, 2025
Louise Wheatley Teague, 92, of Kingsport, TN passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2025. Louise was born on December 20, 1932 in Greeneville, TN to the late Edward M. Wheatley and Dollie Wheatley Pierce.
Louise was a homemaker and retired from Colonial Heights Pharmacy and Gift Dept. She and husband Jerry were members of Colonial Heights Baptist Church for 65 years...
Andrew "Andy" Shaw
Jul 26, 2025
Andrew “Andy” Shaw, beloved husband, son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away suddenly on July 26, 2025, at the age of 59, in a tragic accident doing what he loved most - competing in a bicycle race.
Andy was born on January 10, 1966, in Lancaster, Ohio. From an early age, he showed a sharp mind, a generous heart, and an...
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